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Turkey: whiskey brined or straight up?
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I’ve been setting my sights on trying a brined turkey for this Thanksgiving, particularly a whiskey brined recipe from Ree Drummond. Does anyone know if the whiskey will drown the flavor of the bird or more just serve as a moistener? Just addressing SWMBO’s concern. I love the flavor of whiskey but some guests may not.
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Why waste whiskey?
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Never heard of that. SOOO, in the interest of science, you should definitely go with the whiskey brine, and educate the legions of Eggheads here. Don't tell your guests what you used unless asked directly.
We've all had "straight up" turkey, I'm curious what a hootch bird would be like._____________Remember when teachers used to say 'You won't have a calculator everywhere you go'? Well, we showed them.
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I have to give it up for Ree Drummond. Her recipes are well tested. Very trustworthy. Personally I would go traditional.
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I prefer Alton Brown's brine recipe. I've tried several and always go back to it~ John - https://www.instagram.com/hoosier_egger
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Wild Turkey bourbon didn't just happen...
The alcohol will be lost during the cook. I have no idea about the left-over impact. You are leading the charge here-go for it and let us know. I would suggest below bottom-shelf bourbon. But your call-Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win. Life is too short for light/lite beer! Seems I'm livin in a transitional period. -
Since it’s not my whiskey...I say go for it and let us know.
Better yet try one this weekend to do a test run before the big day."Brought to you by bourbon, bacon, and a series of questionable life decisions."
South of Nashville, TN
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lousubcap said:Wild Turkey bourbon didn't just happen...
The alcohol will be lost during the cook. I have no idea about the left-over impact. You are leading the charge here-go for it and let us know. I would suggest below bottom-shelf bourbon. But your call- -
Yup. Go low shelf bourbon. Interested if any flavor changes. Since alcohol is soluble in water, it could be cool. Let us know.Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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bgebrent said:Yup. Go low shelf bourbon. Interested if any flavor changes. Since alcohol is soluble in water, it could be cool. Let us know.
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i second the "don't waste whiskey "in brine and love the "alton brown brine" recipe. but, if you give it a try, please let us know. also believe Ree knows what she's doing.
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I have used citrus flavored vodka as part of a marinade last year. It turned out well.
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I'm drinking whiskey, does that help?
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